Idaho has long been known for its local beef, lamb, pork, trout and elk…but now you can buy locally grown and processed turkey for your holiday feasts! But if you want to buy a local turkey – you better plan ahead as supplies are limited and go fast.
Several Idaho Preferred® members are making turkey available for area Locavores. A+ Turkey Ranch produces organic free range turkeys on the southern slopes of the Picabo hills near Richfield, Idaho. The ranch has been in the family for more than thirty years and consists of 120 acres of certified organic land dedicated to turkey production. You can find A+ Turkeys in Boise at the Co-Op orby contacting Morning Owl Farms. In the Wood River Valley check Atkinson’s Market and Idaho’s Bounty.
Vogel Farms also raises turkeys for the holidays. Vogel Farms Country Market allows you to choose fresh from the farm, local all natural grass and grain fed beef, pork, chicken and turkey. With over 70 years of experience, Vogel Farms produces some of the tastiest meat in the valley. Vogel Farms turkey production is limited and pre-orders are almost always necessary. To check out availability, visit the farm at 9501 Robinson Rd in Kuna, call them at (208) 466-6928 or log onto their website at http://www.vogelfarmscountrymarket.com
M&M Heath Farms in Buhl Idaho is a family-run farm which has been cultivating Idaho soil for over 25 years. Headed up by Mike Heath, the farm was one of the first to receive Idaho organic certification. Mike now farms close to 500 acres in the Buhl-Castleford area growing several types of potatoes, winter squash and dry beans as well as organic beef, pork, chickens and other poultry. M&M Heath Farm turkeys are available while they last through Idaho’s Bounty.
One more idea – HomeGrown Poultry in New Plymouth processes turkeys for several small local growers. Some growers have extra birds that might be available for purchase. To find out, call HomeGrown Poultry at 208-278-0127.
If all fails, and you can’t find a local turkey for Thanksgiving – start a new dinner tradition with an Idaho goose (Morning Owl Farms) or ranch-raised pheasant (CA Bull Elk Ranch). Or enjoy Idaho beef, pork, lamb or elk. And…make sure you order or reserve a turkey nowfor Christmas dinner!
